PhD Fellowships at Center for Translational Neuromedicine, Denmark

  •  PhD, Fellowship
  •  16-Oct-2024
  •   Denmark
  • $$  Monthly salary starting at approximately 30,700 DKK (~4,100 EUR), plus pension

The University of Copenhagen is seeking enthusiastic and high-potential applicants to participate in the PhD Fellowships in Center for Translational Neuromedicine in Denmark.

The study is open to both domestic and international applicants must hold a master’s degree in neuroscience, biology, physiology, or a related field, equivalent to a Danish master’s degree. Candidates should have FELASA certification, extensive experience in mouse stereotaxic surgery, and proficiency in dual-color fluorescent imaging, focusing on astrocytes.The University of Copenhagen is Denmark’s oldest and largest public research university, located in the heart of Copenhagen. It comprises six faculties—Health and Medical Sciences, Humanities, Law, Science, Social Sciences, and Theology—across four campuses and is home to over 38,000 students and 10,063 employees, including more than 5,281 researchers. The university is recognized for its significant contributions to research and education, having produced ten Nobel Laureates and numerous influential figures in various fields.

Københavns Universitet Information

Københavns Universitet Grants

PhD Fellowships at Center for Translational Neuromedicine, Denmark Established in 1479, Københavns Universitet (University of Copenhagen) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Copenhagen (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Capital Region of Denmark. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Uddannelses- og Forskningsministeriet (Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Denmark), Københavns Universitet (KU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Københavns Universitet (KU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 540 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Open to international applicants
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject related to neuroscience, particularly focusing on the role of astrocytes in brain function and neurological diseases like epilepsy.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
    • Hold a master’s degree in neuroscience, biology, physiology, or a similar field (equivalent to a Danish master’s degree).
    • Have FELASA certification and extensive experience in mouse stereotaxic surgery.
    • Proficiency in dual-color fluorescent imaging, with a focus on astrocytes in live mouse models.
    • Experience in sensory stimulation, behavioral analysis, and mentoring is an added advantage.

Offered Benefits

The fellowship provides a monthly salary starting at 30,700 DKK (~4,100 EUR) plus pension, access to state-of-the-art neuroscience facilities, and an opportunity to engage in international research collaborations. The position is fixed for 3 years, starting 1 January 2025.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their applications online by 16 October 2024, 23:59 CET. Required documents include:

    1. Motivated letter of application (max. one page).
    2. CV, including education, experience, and language skills.
    3. Certified copy of original Master’s diploma and transcript (or a recent transcript if the degree is not completed).
    4. Publication list (if applicable).
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